The year ended with a lot of mulled wine and home-made mince pies (thank you Wendy!) at St Mary’s, where we welcomed the arrival of Santa and his gifts and a merry sing-along to all the favourite Christmas carols and readings led by our Rector Barry.
In fact December was a busy time for the BBVA and St Mary’s – the VoiceBox Choir from Witney delivered an enjoyable and engaging performance, and the Film Club presented its family friendly seasonal offering “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” – the American equivalent of our “The Snowman”.
The coming year will see the return of many old favourites as well as a sponsored trip to David Ashley’s panto in Swindon. The very first event of the New Year for everyone is the BBVA’s AGM on Monday 12th January at 7pm in the church, at which the village will be entertained with illustrated highlights from 2025 and a conversation about how the BBVA could improve its offerings and funding support. There may even be some wine and mince pies!
So to make sure all voices are heard in the formulating of the BBVA’s activities do CLICK ON THIS LINK AND PLEASE TAKE TWO MINUTES TO ANSWER THE SURVEY! The BBVA really needs your inputs and ideas. The committee meets formally 12 times per year and many more times when erecting marquees and preparing for events. Your support and input is vitally important. So please answer the survey and let the committee have your opinions at the AGM either in person or in writing.
Email the BBVA at any time about anything! Happy New Year!